Recall 21V-944
Hyundai Motor America recalled the 2017 to 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Electric: Electrical system (propulsion system, charging, module, onboard (obcm)); Electrical system (software).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V-944
- Reported
- December 7, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 2,679 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ioniq electric vehicles. An unstable electrical ground may cause the vehicle to enter a fail-safe mode with reduced acceleration and power. In certain conditions while in fail-safe mode, the vehicle may accelerate after the gas pedal is released.
The risk
Unexpected acceleration following gas pedal release can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the EPCU (Electric Power Control Unit) software and repair the ground wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-[removed]. Hyundai's number for this recall is 215.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Hyundai Ioniq Electric 2017 to 2019